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Itel Icon 3 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Screen size:2.01 inchBattery life:7 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Itel Icon 3 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

5.0

Technical score

30%

6.8

Review score ( 0 · 1)

Review score 30% · 6.8 · based on 1 video
1 video counts as 0.5 of the 5 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–¼Worse than 88% of smartwatches
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

24%

5.3

Health

21%

4.3

Fitness

16%

5.3

Battery

14%

6.1

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 86% of smartwatches
6.8

Review score

Review score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Grades by review (1)
Video reviews 1

10%

5.0

Satish Creator

estimated from the review
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 90% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Itel Icon 3

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components:

24%

5.3

Health

21%

4.3

Fitness

16%

5.3

Battery

14%

6.1

Smart features

12%

2.6

Connectivity

9%

6.5

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

5.0
Review score
Review score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Grades by review (1)
Video reviews 1

10%

5.0

Satish Creator

estimated from the review
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

5.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.9
Brand name
Itel
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
Gyroscope
no
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 70% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
7 days
Battery life
7 days
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 7 days which is longer than that of 38.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 17.1% of smartwatches.
Up to 2 days with BT calling, Up to 15 days on standby.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
310 mAh
Battery power
310 mAh
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 310 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 54.3% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.2% of smartwatches.
Charge time
150 min
Charge time
150 min
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 150 min which is slower than 88.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 7.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
Third-party app support
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
2.01 inch
Screen size
2.01 inch
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 2.01 inch which is larger than the screens of 98.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.5% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 296
Resolution
240x 296
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x296 which is lower than that of 66.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
190 ppi
Pixel density
190 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 190 ppi which is lower than that of 95.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
500 nits
Display brightness
500 nits
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 500 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 70% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.6% of smartwatches.
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Internal storage
0 GB
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Itel Icon 3 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 0.61 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    2.01 inch
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    2.01 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    March 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 6.5x cheaper
    Itel Icon 3 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £130).
    £20 vs £130
  • 6.5x cheaper
    Itel Icon 3 is cheaper than the average smartwatch (£20 vs £130).
    £20 vs £130
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • 0.61 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    2.01 inch
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    2.01 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    March 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • 9% worse value for money
    Itel Icon 3 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.9 vs 7.5).
    6.9 vs 7.52
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    Elevation tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace tracking
    Pace tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This smartwatch does not support pace tracking, the average smartwatch does. 78.6% of smartwatches support pace tracking.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No swim mode
    Swim sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 85.8% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • 30 min longer charge time
    Charge time
    150 min
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges slower than the average smartwatch (150 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    150 min vs 120 min
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 49 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    Based on IP immersion rating (controlled lab conditions, not a swim/diving certification).
    1 m vs 50 m
  • 136 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    190 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (190 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    190 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 100 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    500 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (500 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    500 nits vs 600 nits
  • 7.1 g heavier weight
    Weight
    52.1 g
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (52.1 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    52.1 g vs 45.0 g
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 296
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x296, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x296 vs 352x430
  • 2.2 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47.2 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.2 mm vs 45 mm
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No passcode
    Passcode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 67.8% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No widget support
    Widget support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    Gesture control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    No local user storage for apps/media
    0 GB vs 4 GB

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What we like about Itel Icon 3

  • Vibrant 2.01-inch AMOLED display with 500 nits peak brightness for good outdoor visibility
  • Excellent value for money at its ultra-affordable price point
  • Reliable Bluetooth calling with surprising voice clarity for a budget device
  • Extensive customisation with over 170 available watch faces
  • Sleek design resembling premium models, featuring a functional rotating crown for navigation
  • Solid battery life, lasting up to several days under normal usage or 15 days on standby

What we don't like about Itel Icon 3

  • Health sensors, particularly the pedometer and blood pressure monitor, lack medical-grade accuracy
  • Constructed primarily of plastic, which may lack a premium feel compared to metal alternatives
  • Limited smart functionality with no support for third-party apps or advanced integrations
  • IP67 rating provides only basic splash protection and is not suitable for swimming
  • Companion app (Glory Fit) contains obtrusive advertisements
  • Battery life drops significantly to approximately 1.5 to 2 days when Bluetooth calling is heavily used

Verdict

The itel Icon 3 is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a 2.01-inch AMOLED display with 500 nits peak brightness and a 240 x 296 resolution, housed in a zinc alloy frame with an IP67 water resistance rating. It includes single-chip Bluetooth 5.3 calling, over 100 sports modes, and 24-hour health monitoring for heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking, all powered by a 310mAh battery that offers up to 7 days of typical use or 15 days on standby. Key pros include the vibrant always-on display, functional rotating crown for navigation, and exceptional value for its price point; however, cons include inconsistent sensor accuracy for health metrics like step counting and a relatively short battery life of approximately 2 days when Bluetooth calling is frequently utilized.

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